Opportunities

Position: Intern

Location:  Charlotte, NC (flexible based on preference)

Position Description:  The Forum at Hope Haven is a workforce stabilization and professional development hub designed to strengthen frontline staff, mid-level staff, and nonprofit volunteers across Charlotte’s human services sector.

The Forum Intern will support training operations, community engagement, financial wellness initiatives, and strategic partnerships across both Forum locations. This role is ideal for students interested in nonprofit management, workforce development, public administration, social work, communications, business operations, or community development 

Key Responsibilities:  

Training & Program Support

• Assist with coordination of monthly 3-hour training sessions.

• Support class registration, attendance tracking, and participant communication.

• Prepare training materials and CEU documentation.

• Assist with post-event surveys and evaluation collection.

• Support virtual and in-person session setup.

Event & Networking Support

• Assist with Speaker Series, Industry Panels, and Networking Mixers.

• Support vendor coordination, including catering.

• Welcome and check-in participants.

• Capture content for LinkedIn, newsletters, and website updates.

Workforce Financial Stability Initiative Support

• Assist with on-site financial counseling sessions and Financial Stability Series events.

• Support banking partner workshops and communication.

• Help track participant engagement and referrals.

Fundraising & Campaign Support

• Assist in planning and logistics for first-party fundraising events and campaigns

• Help develop creative ideas to increase community engagement

• Support sponsorship outreach preparation and donor communications

• Assist with campaign development and promotional planning

Marketing & Communications

• Help create flyers, promotional materials, and outreach content

• Assist with social media posts and community awareness efforts

• Support storytelling efforts that highlight mission impact and upcoming events

Administrative & Event Support

• Prepare materials for meetings, outreach efforts, and events

• Help organize donated items or sponsorship deliverables

• Assist with on-site event setup and execution when applicable

Marketing & Outreach

• Assist with LinkedIn content and email newsletters.

• Support community surveys and feedback analysis.

• Help develop impact stories and success highlights.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Assist with scheduling and data entry.

• Maintain organized digital files and records.

• Support coordination between Forum locations.

Learning Outcomes:  

• Understand nonprofit workforce stabilization models.

• Gain experience in professional development program delivery.

• Develop event management and partnership coordination skills.

• Build relationships within Charlotte’s nonprofit ecosystem.

Qualifications:  

Preferred Majors

• Nonprofit Management

• Public Administration

• Social Work

• Business

• Communications

• Human Services

• Community Development

• Finance

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organizational skills.

• Professional communication abilities.

• Detail-oriented and reliable.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.

Schedule:  

• 10–20 hours per week (flexible).

•  Primarily aligned with Tuesday and Thursday training sessions.

• Some evening networking events may be required.

Professional Development Benefits:  

• Direct mentorship from nonprofit and workforce development leaders.

• Networking access to nonprofit executives and community partners.

• Letter of recommendation upon successful completion.

• Opportunity to present a final internship impact project.

Interested?  Please reach out to Director of Business Development Hope Haven Inc., Jamien T Harvey at Jharvey@hopehaveninc.org  or by phone at  (704) 372-8809 ext 338.